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About the Conservation Commission

SCC is the coordinating state agency for the 45 conservation districts (CDs) in Washington State. We work to conserve natural resources on all of our lands.

About the Commission
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Statewide Conservation Programs

Our conservation programs empower people to voluntarily take actions that keep natural resources and farmland healthy for all.

Grant Programs
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What are Conservation Districts?

Conservation Districts are trusted, community-based hubs of expertise and funding that work with people to achieve natural resource and land use goals.

What is a CD?

What's new at SCC?

Interested in learning more about conservation in Washington State? Our SCC News and event calendar connect you with stories about recent conservation work, important updates from our office, and upcoming opportunities for you to get involved.

Recent Updates:

Making Waves: The Ripple Effect Campaign Launches Statewide

March 21, 2025

This statewide media initiative is designed to raise awareness about the importance of Washington’s waterways, riparian restoration, and conservation programs.

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Do you have comments on our updated program guidelines and Grant Manual? 

March 20, 2025

The 45 day period for public comment is open for the following program guidelines and the SCC Grants and Contracts Manual. Send us your comments today!

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Find Your Conservation District in Washington State

Use our interactive map to locate the district nearest you! Washington conservation districts help people take care of everything they can see outside their windows–from farms, to forests, to urban yards, to rivers, lakes, and coastline.

Conservation District Spotlights

Grant Programs & Collaborations

Our grant programs empower communities to maintain healthy natural resources and working lands. These services are frequently provided through conservation districts.

Grant Programs

Sustainable Farms and Fields (SFF)

Learn More about SFF Grants

Grant Programs

Riparian Plant Propagation Program (RPPP)

RPPP Program

Grant Programs

Riparian Grant Program (RGP)

Learn More about Riparian Grants

Collaborations

Office of Farmland Preservation (OFP)

Learn More about OFP

It's time to vote in your local Conservation District election!

Elected Conservation district (CD) supervisors work to make a difference in their communities. Voting for conservation district supervisors statewide takes place during the first three months of the year and we need you to share your voice and vote in your local election!

Learn How to Vote